Microwave operation
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Suitable dishware
Fire hazard due to flammable
materials
Disposable containers made out of
plastic, paper, or other flammable
materials can ignite, causing damage
to the microwave oven.
Do not leave the microwave oven
unattended when reheating or
cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic, paper, or
other flammable materials.
You can use the following dishware and
materials:
- Heat-resistant glass and ceramic
glass
Exception: crystal glass as it contains
lead and may crack.
- Porcelain
– Without metallic decoration
Metallic decoration (e.g., gold rims
or cobalt blue) can cause sparking.
– Without hollow knobs and handles
Moisture can gather in hollow
knobs and handles. When the
moisture evaporates, pressure can
build up and the item can explode.
- Unpainted stoneware and stoneware
with underglaze paints
Danger of injury caused by hot
dishware.
Stoneware can get hot.
Use pot holders when using
stoneware.
- Plastic dishware and disposable
plastic containers
Tip:
To protect the environment, avoid
the use of disposable containers.
Plastic dishware and bags that are
not heat-resistant may melt and fuse
with the food inside.
Only use plastic dishware or bags that
are heat-resistant. Plastic dishware
and bags must be heat-resistant to a
minimum of 230°F (110°C).
- Microwave-safe plastic dishware
Special plastic dishware designed for
use in microwave ovens is available
from retail outlets.
- Styrofoam dishware
For briefly heating food.
- Plastic boiling bags
For cooking and reheating. They
should be pierced before use. The
holes allow the steam to escape. This
prevents a build-up of pressure from
forming and the bag from bursting.
There are also special bags available
for steam cooking which do not need
to be pierced. Please follow
instructions given on the packet.
- Roasting bags and tubes
Please follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Risk of fire due to metal parts.
Metal parts such as metal clips or
plastic and paper ties that have wire
running through them can heat
flammable materials until they burn.
Do not use metal clips or plastic and
paper ties containing wire.
